Job Description

We help the world run better
At SAP, we keep it simple: you bring your best to us, and we'll bring out the best in you. We're builders touching over 20 industries and 80% of global commerce, and we need your unique talents to help shape what's next. The work is challenging - but it matters. You'll find a place where you can be yourself, prioritize your wellbeing, and truly belong. What's in it for you? Constant learning, skill growth, great benefits, and a team that wants you to grow and succeed.
What we offer
Success is what you make it. At SAP, we help you make it your own. A placement at SAP can open many doors for you. If you're searching for a company that's dedicated to your ideas and individual growth, recognises you for your unique contributions, fills you with a strong sense of purpose, and provides a fun, flexible and inclusive work environment - apply now.
Through SAP UK's 13 month paid placement programme you will be given the chance to learn and develop alongside some of the most experienced and knowledgeable professionals in the technology industry, as well as adapting and gaining a vast amount of responsibility and exposure. We want people who think big and dream big. And most of all, we want people who are passionate about helping businesses - and the world - run better.
What you can expect
As a Finance Associate, you will work within the dynamic UK and Ireland Controlling team, touching the regional and global Finance and Administration organisation. You will have a key role in financial reporting, assisting in their construction and analysis and leading your own projects. You will assist in both financial controlling and forecasting, giving significant interaction with shared services colleagues and interacting with multiple other departments in SAP, enabling you to become a proficient controlling employee and see real results from your contribution. This role provides substantial opportunity to support the team in developing its ability further to increase the level of business support and business partnering that it provides to the UK and Ireland market unit.
Who you are

• Strong proficiency in MS Office (Especially Excel)
• Business, accounting, IT experience / working knowledge would be an advantage but not essential
• Time management and the ability to multi-task
• Effective communicator
• Inquisitive and not afraid to ask questions
• Student in penultimate year of university
• Studying a degree from any discipline
• Available to start the 13-month placement on 1st July 2026

Please submit a CV and Cover Letter as part of your application
Application Timeline (Dates subject to change)

• 31st December: Application deadline
• December/January: First stage interviews
• February: Assessment Centre
• 1st July: Start date for SAP

We are SAP
SAP innovations help more than 400,000 customers worldwide work together more efficiently and use business insight more effectively. Originally known for leadership in enterprise resource planning (ERP) software, SAP has evolved to become a market leader in end-to-end business application software and related services for database, analytics, intelligent technologies, and experience management. As a cloud company with 200 million users and more than 100,000 employees worldwide, we are purpose-driven and future-focused, with a highly collaborative team ethic and commitment to personal development. Whether connecting global industries, people, or platforms, we help ensure every challenge gets the solution it deserves. At SAP, we build breakthroughs, together.
Salary and Benefits

• 26,300 p/annum
• 25 days holiday, 5 days study leave and an additional day for your birthday
• Free onsite Gym, Lunch, kitchen facilities and subsidized coffee shop
• Mental health first aiders
• 'appreciate' financial reward scheme
• Buddy mentoring scheme
• CSR and Sporting opportunities, e.g. football clubs
• Opportunities to socialise with other placement students
• Laptop and other SAP equipment provided

Our inclusion promise
SAP's culture of inclusion, focus on health and well-being, and flexible working models help ensure that everyone - regardless of background - feels included and can run at their best. At SAP, we believe we are made stronger by the unique capabilities and qualities that each person brings to our company, and we invest in our employees to inspire confidence and help everyone realize their full potential. We ultimately believe in unleashing all talent and creating a better and more equitable world.
SAP is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to the values of Equal Employment Opportunity and provide accessibility accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with SAP and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please send an e-mail with your request to Recruiting Operations Team: Careers@sap.com
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Bring out your best
SAP innovations help more than four hundred thousand customers worldwide work together more efficiently and use business insight more effectively. Originally known for leadership in enterprise resource planning (ERP) software, SAP has evolved to become a market leader in end-to-end business application software and related services for database, analytics, intelligent technologies, and experience management. As a cloud company with two hundred million users and more than one hundred thousand employees worldwide, we are purpose-driven and future-focused, with a highly collaborative team ethic and commitment to personal development. Whether connecting global industries, people, or platforms, we help ensure every challenge gets the solution it deserves. At SAP, you can bring out your best.
We win with inclusion
SAP's culture of inclusion, focus on health and well-being, and flexible working models help ensure that everyone - regardless of background - feels included and can run at their best. At SAP, we believe we are made stronger by the unique capabilities and qualities that each person brings to our company, and we invest in our employees to inspire confidence and help everyone realize their full potential. We ultimately believe in unleashing all talent and creating a better world.
SAP is committed to the values of Equal Employment Opportunity and provides accessibility accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with SAP and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please send an e-mail with your request to Recruiting Operations Team: Careers@sap.com.
For SAP employees: Only permanent roles are eligible for the , according to the eligibility rules set in the SAP Referral Policy. Specific conditions may apply for roles in Vocational Training.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability, in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local legal requirements.
Successful candidates might be required to undergo a background verification with an external vendor.
AI Usage in the Recruitment Process
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Requisition ID: 438682 | Work Area: Finance | Expected Travel: 0 - 10% | Career Status: Student | Employment Type: Limited Full Time | Additional Locations: #LI-Hybrid

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